Wednesday, October 28, 2009

I took a class from Amelia, to learn to dye sock yarn, at one of the CSM (Circular Sock Machine) Lacey Retreats in WA.She had all kinds of dye colors, tools, microwave.....everything you would need.I finally cranked out a pair of socks from my Verdun 47 - 72 cylinder.I did a 1x1 rib for 1 1/4", switched to a 1x3 rib for 4" where I continued that rib down the front/top of the sock.I love the way these look and feel. :)

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Well, would you look at that! It's a mug rug that I was inspired to crochet, today, with the rest of Terry's group. I was done in no time. I used Rowan Ribbon Twist and a US sz K crochet hook.There are two other patterns posted today, too. One is a Shooting Star!! Oh!....and you should see the cute elves with their little hats....adorable!!It's a great group with no bad manners and I'm happy to be there. :)

Thursday, October 15, 2009

...with US sz 9 circular needles and Unspun Icelandic I bought with Annie. We are both following Marilyn VanKeppel in this KAL.

I would probably be finished if I wasn't knitting on a couple of sweaters, too. :)

This is the first time I've knitted with the Unspun Icelandic (from SchoolHousePress). I hesitated trying it, until now, because I heard too many stories in the Con category versus the Pro category.........Here is MY thought on knitting with it.......it's very easy to knit with as a continental knitter. I really like this wool and it's going to be so nice and warm for my dear, sweet mother who appreciates all things wool. [The first thing I noticed is how wonderful it smells!]

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

In order for me to make sure it will fit my super tall son, I have a tracing of him on a roll of craft paper. Once I know the sleeves and body are long enough, they will be joined together [minus the 10 stitches under the arms for the body and the 10 for the sleeves] and I'll knit the handsome yoke.

Monday, October 5, 2009

I'm looking forward to weaving with 100% wool in different shades/colors, sewing them together and fulling them. If I start now, I could weave a blanket! [There's looking at the BIG picture!]

First, I need to get this little coaster in the mail to my mother along with all her other goodies......Her birthday is coming up and I always spoil her with fancy chocolates and cookies. This time, I'm including a pair of fulled slippers to keep her feet warm.

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Who I am...in a nutshell

I am my mother's daughter. She taught me how to knit, ride a horse, love and enjoy the unique characteristics of all living things, shoot a .22 rifle, drive a car, cook, be kind to people (if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all), sing, and country dance.
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